Director, Middle East at Egis Group

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Oct, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Jul, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Client Relationship Management, Design Concept Presentation, Market Knowledge, Networking, Business Development, Team Management, Architecture, Urban Design, Planning, Regenerative Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Commercial Understanding, Portfolio Management

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Company Description WW+P is a world-leading architecture and planning practice. Founded in 1985, the practice has more than 400 architects, urban designers and planners across 12 studios worldwide. WW+P integrates planning, urban design, landscape and architecture to deliver projects that unite visionary regenerative design thinking with technical excellence. Our work spans scales and disciplines to build better cities, smarter infrastructure, and more inclusive communities – leading the next chapter in regenerative thinking. WW+P is part of 10N Collective: a group of urbanism, architecture and related design experts brought together by Egis Group. In 2026 SvN Architects and Planners merged with WW+P, creating over 80 years of combined experience in transformative urban design and planning. Job Description We are seeking a confident, versatile and experienced individual who will represent WW+P in the Middle East. The individual will be based at Egis’s regional headquarters in Dubai, with a focus on advancing internal synergies within the Group, as well as developing external business through the creation and nurturing of relationships with clients and partners. Key Accountabilities Represent WW+P in the region, utilising a comprehensive knowledge of the WW+P project portfolio, values, and approach. Collaborate with the WW+P global studio, primarily through liaison with the Middle East Managing Director and Senior Leadership Team. Collaborate with the 10N Collective to maximise working synergies and support regional growth. Support the management of design teams based in the WW+P global studios, in the role of local first-point-of-contact for clients and partners. Build key client relationships through increased exposure and networking and establish business opportunity within this. Safeguard and evolve the identity of WW+P, ensuring output aligns with the brand's values and messaging. Support and mine new business opportunities: advance the client’s knowledge of core capabilities; recognize untapped opportunities within existing relationships; leverage formal and informal networks in the pursuit of new business possibilities. Maximise project profit returns where possible. Qualifications Proven track record of delivering excellent, award-winning design on a variety of project typologies. 5+ years of experience of at least Associate Director, or similar, level of seniority. Strong communication skills with the ability to articulate and present design concepts to diverse stakeholders. Knowledge of the Middle East construction market, including the relevant local and international clients, consultants, contractors and stakeholders. Leadership experience including the ability to communicate with and manage remote design teams. Strong commercial understanding and project management. Exceptional portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design projects and successful implementations. Business Line: Energy and Sustainable Cities Type of contract: Permanent contract Service Line: Architecture Region: Middle East and South Asia Job Family: Architecture

Responsibilities

The Director will represent WW+P in the Middle East, focusing on advancing internal synergies and developing external business relationships. They will collaborate with global studios and manage design teams while safeguarding the identity of WW+P.